Corporate Activities
Environment / Quality
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Canon continuously strives to bring new innovation and value to the world while reducing the use of resources and impact on the environment. Naturally, as a cornerstone of the activities supporting the Canon brand, there is never any compromise in the commitment to quality.
The PIXMA MG6100-series multifunction inkjet printer offers advanced environmental performance.
A pond neighboring Oita Canon is inhabited by Oita salamander hynobius dunni.
Canon's Action for Green environmental vision is a detailed action plan targeting activities throughout the product lifecycle — produce, use, recycle — with the aim of producing high-performance products and minimizing environmental impact. Progress in the plan is managed through the PDCA (plan-do-check-act) process.
The imagePRESS C7010VP digital production press
The use of plant-derived bio-based plastic reduces oil consumption and CO2 emissions in manufacturing. Canon first used bio-based plastic in exterior parts for imageRUNNER ADVANCE digital multifunction devices. In 2010, Canon was the industry's most prolific user of the material for digital production printer exterior parts.
Equipment for collecting and recycling solvent
Canon conducts environmentally friendly manufacturing worldwide, conserving energy and resources, and controlling chemical substances. The company replaced its lens-washing solvent with one with lesser environmental impact, which is collected and recycled, and continuously seeks solutions to preserve local ecosystems and biodiversity.
The PIXMA MG6100-series multifunction inkjet printer
Canon multifunction inkjet printers feature the latest technology for optimizing energy use during printing and in standby mode.
Compared to the previous model,* the PIXMA MG6100 series lowers daily power consumption by approximately 28% without sacrificing speed or image quality.
* PIXMA MP610
Industrial Resource Technologies (U.S.A.)
Canon has been involved in the collection and recycling of laser printer toner cartridges for over 20 years.
Parts that can be reused are washed, inspected and put back into production. Plastic parts are pulverized and recycled for use in new cartridges. And other parts that can be recycled are separated so that they do not go to waste.
Canon continuously tests its products to verify product compatibility and provide satisfaction to customers. For example, inkjet printers and digital cameras undergo compatibility tests with other companies' computers and peripherals.
Semi-anechoic chamber (Tamagawa General Measurement Testing Laboratory)
Canon conducts stringent tests to ensure product safety and reliability. In state-of-the-art facilities, which have received ISO/IEC and UL authorized certification, products undergo comprehensive testing for noise, flammability, and more. By opting for in-house testing at its own facilities, Canon ensures speedier feedback to development teams.
An Internet-based service monitors the operational status of Canon network multifunction devices and laser printers. This service notifies service centers when attention is required such as low toner level. With this system, service engineers are able to provide service more effectively and rapidly to customers.
